I know this is over two years old, but hell, I'm reviewing it anyway, because I think it's remarkable. You've made a very good point- about fluid ethics that are dependant on the opinion of one or two people- without being heavy-handed or hateful about it, which I appreciate (nothing worse than an axe-grinding masquerading as fiction. Ugh.)

Mike's reaction is perfect, and so is Fr Smith's. My only suggestions are:

- Should "moreaus" be capitalised? Genuine question, since I'm not familiar with the base work and it could well be fine as is.

- I love Smith's reaction to Mike's words, but I think it'd have more power if it were given its own line.